Faculty Experts

November 2025

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Steve Orbanek -  

Nov. 24, 2025

Gobblenomics: Your turkey may be cheaper this year, but not if you live in Philadelphia

By Steve Orbanek

Temple University faculty member Joshua Mask discusses how Thanksgiving dinner will be costlier for […]

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Nov. 13, 2025

Expanding education equity: Temple faculty member brings playful learning model to Philadelphia affordable housing

For nearly 30 years, Kathy Hirsh-Pasek has advocated for the power of joy to enrich early childhood […]

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Katie DuBoff -  

Nov. 4, 2025

From pasta to Pop-Tarts: The protein-packed phenomenon

By Katie DuBoff

From humans' earliest days foraging food, protein has been an essential nutrient to fuel our […]

October 2025

Temple professor Ira Rosen
Katie DuBoff -  

Oct. 21, 2025

During America’s 250th, Philadelphia will take center stage

By Katie DuBoff

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday next year, Philadelphia will play a special […]

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Maria Klecko -  

Oct. 6, 2025

Temple children’s media expert reflects on the revival of ‘Reading Rainbow’

By Maria Klecko

Young readers are reminded they can go anywhere and be anything with the return of Reading Rainbow. […]

September 2025

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Kirsten Volkert -  

Sep. 22, 2025

Temple experts on Calder Gardens, the new gem of Philadelphia’s art and culture scene

By Kirsten Volkert

The opening of Calder Gardens on Philadelphia s Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a major milestone in […]

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Sep. 5, 2025

Redefining motherhood: Why more women are choosing children after 40

For decades, teen motherhood dominated headlines about young parents, but in 2023, the timeline of […]

August 2025

Arthur Johnson, in suit, smiling in front of Temple logo

Aug. 5, 2025

What does House v. NCAA mean for Temple Athletics?

On June 6, 2025, a California District judge approved the NCAA s landmark House v. NCAA antitrust […]

July 2025

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Kirsten Volkert -  

Jul. 30, 2025

Temple expert discusses the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, the ‘Prince of Darkness’

By Kirsten Volkert

Ozzy Osbourne, one of the founders of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, passed away last week. […]

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Ayana Jones -  

Jul. 11, 2025

Temple professor explains the importance of fluoride for dental health

By Ayana Jones

For years, many U.S. communities have added fluoride to public water sources to help prevent tooth […]

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Kirsten Volkert -  

Jul. 2, 2025

The menacing music of ‘Jaws’ and the film’s lasting legacy

By Kirsten Volkert

Ba-dum. Ba-dum. Ba-dum. The sound s reputation precedes itself. The theme song from Jaws has […]

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Maria Klecko -  

Jul. 1, 2025

Philadelphia is getting a WNBA team. What does this mean for the city and the league?

By Maria Klecko

Welcome to the W, Philadelphia. On Monday, June 30, the WNBA announced that a new franchise is […]